Emmentaler Process Cheese Food Block
Large block of processed cheese food from Emmentaler, with emulsifiers for smooth texture under HTS 0406.30.83.00. Classified as processed cheese containing Emmentaler; suitable for shredding in food manufacturing. Complies with Chapter 4 butter definitions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fresh soft unripened Emmentaler base
Unprocessed fresh cheeses classify under 0406.10 regardless of later processing potential
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Related Products under HTS 0406.30.83.00
Swiss Process Cheese Slices
Pre-sliced processed cheese made from Emmentaler cheese blended with emulsifiers, meeting the specific fat and moisture requirements for processed cheese under HTS 0406.30. It contains or is processed from Swiss or Emmentaler cheeses but is not grated or powdered. This classification applies to retail-packaged slices suitable for sandwiches.
Gruyere Process Cheese Loaf
A block loaf of processed cheese produced from Gruyere-process cheese with added emulsifying salts, packaged for food service use under HTS 0406.30.83.00. It qualifies as 'other' processed cheese containing or processed from specified Swiss-type cheeses. Not suitable for grating due to its soft, spreadable texture after processing.
Emmentaler Processed Cheese Spread
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Swiss-Emmentaler Blend Process Cheese
Processed cheese block blending Swiss and Emmentaler cheeses with emulsifiers for uniform melt, under HTS 0406.30.83.00. Qualifies as 'mixtures of the above' processed from specified Swiss-type cheeses per tariff description. Used in industrial fondue production.
Gruyere Process Cheese Cubes
Cubed processed cheese snacks from Gruyere-process cheese, emulsified for packaging under HTS 0406.30.83.00. 'Other' form not grated/powdered, containing processed Gruyere as primary component. Convenient for party platters or deli sales.
Processed Swiss-Type Cheese for Slices
Bulk processed cheese designed for slicing, made from Swiss and Emmentaler blend under HTS 0406.30.83.00. Meets 'other including mixtures' criteria for processed cheeses derived from quota-specified types. Primarily for further deli processing.